GE H48651KR, Service Manual

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GE V
OLUSON
i / V
OLUSON
e
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IRECTION
KTI106052, R
EVISION
10 S
ERVICE
M
ANUAL
Chapter 1 - Introduction 1-1
Chapter 1
Introduction
Section 1-1
Overview
1-1-1 Purpose of Chapter 1
This chapter describes important issues related to safely servicing the Voluson i / Voluson e.
The service provider must read and understand all the information presented in this manual before
installing or servicing a unit.
Always observe the instructions given in the manual of the peripheral/auxiliary device.
Under consideration of general maintenance requirements a minimum lifetime of 7 years for the
equipment and 5 years for the probes may be expected. To maintain the safety and performance of the
ultrasound system, a regular check (once per year) by authorized personnel is recommended.
1-1-2 Purpose of this Service Manual
This Service Manual provides installation and service information for the Voluson i / Voluson e portable
Ultrasound Scanning System and contains the following chapters:
1.)
Chapter 1 - Introduction :
Contains a content summary and warnings.
2.)
Chapter 2 - Site-Preparation :
Contains pre-installation requirements.
3.)
Chapter 3 - Setup Instructions :
Contains setup and installation procedures.
4.)
Chapter 4 - Functional Checks :
Contains functional checks that are recommended as part of the
installation, or as required during servicing and periodic maintenance.
5.)
Chapter 5 - Components and Functions (Theory) :
Contains block diagrams and functional
explanations of the electronics.
6.)
Chapter 6 - Service Adjustments :
Contains instructions on how to make available adjustments.
7.)
Chapter 7 - Diagnostics/Troubleshooting :
Provides procedures for running diagnostic or related
routines.
8.)
Chapter 8 - Replacement Procedures :
Provides disassembly procedures and reassembly
procedures for all changeable Field Replaceable Units (FRU).
9.)
Chapter 9 - Renewal Parts :
Contains a complete list of field replaceable parts.
10.)
Chapter 10 - Care & Maintenance :
Provides periodic maintenance procedures.
Table 1-1 Contents in Chapter 1
Section Description Page Number
1-1
Overview
1-1
1-2
Important Conventions
1-3
1-3
Safety Considerations
1-8
1-4
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
1-17
1-5
Customer Assistance
1-18
NOTICE
!! NOTICE:
This Service Manual is valid for Voluson i / Voluson e ultrasound systems.
For the sake of simplicity, descriptions in this manual will be briefly denoted
with Voluson i / Voluson e if no special differentiation is required.